2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 930. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Porsche 930 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus. 2009 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1975 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1975 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Taurus | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Taurus | 930 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 6.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |